“It became clear to me that the misunderstanding of Afro-Latinx religion was no coincidence; instead, the fear resulted from a period of African enslavement. The rejection originated in colonial times, which produced a system of racial discrimination toward anything African.”

For centuries, Afro-Latinx people have upheld the traditions that have long been misunderstood. In an essay outlining the history of Afro-Latinx religions, the Ernesto Gamboa Project reminds readers that voodoo and santeria evolved during periods of African enslavement.

Read the full essay here:

Demonization and Common Misconceptions of Afro-Latino Religion